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The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

Head to Head: Is Taking A Break from School Good For Students?

Head to Head: Is Taking A Break from School Good For Students?

January 19, 2016

Taking Time Off School "Is Not Time Wasted" by Elyse Jost For many students, the same haunting questions accompany each new semester. The whispers of doubt weigh on the backs of their minds as they consider...

#WasteHisTime2016 Portrays Getting Even as the Solution to Unfair Relationship Dynamics

#WasteHisTime2016 Portrays Getting Even as the Solution to Unfair Relationship Dynamics

January 14, 2016

Imagine that you and the love of your life decide to prove the strength of your relationship to the world by getting matching tattoos. This ink will forever signify the commitment you've made to each other...

Humans of New York promotes positive social change

“Humans of New York” promotes positive social change

January 11, 2016

Brandon Stanton developed “Humans of New York” in 2010. This photo journal began as a way to document the many people he met while living in New York City. The basis quickly transformed from a casual...

Devin Young, a graduate student in mechanical engineering, prepares for his finals coming up next week, Tuesday, December 8th, 2015.

Pro Tips: How to Succeed During Finals Week

December 10, 2015

The time is now, friends. Finals: They are upon us. At times like these, we must stick together to ensure the greatest amount of success. While we may feel the urge to hibernate, to recede back into the...

Make Your Way to Higher Ground

Make Your Way to Higher Ground

December 10, 2015

If you’re looking for a great spot to study, hang out with friends or find your new favorite roast, Higher Ground Coffee is the place to be. I stumbled upon the comforting location on a snowy night last...

Americans Should Fight Terrorism by Promoting Peace

Americans Should Fight Terrorism by Promoting Peace

December 7, 2015

“With guns you can kill terrorists, with education you can kill terrorism.” -Malala Yousafzai I had an idea of what would be found under my search for “terrorism in 2015” in Google, but hadn't...

Increasing Demand for College Degree in Job Market Puts More Pressure on Young People

Increasing Demand for College Degree in Job Market Puts More Pressure on Young People

December 4, 2015

Thanksgiving break is a time for being with family, giving thanks, sharing holiday joy with the less fortunate and, of course, catching up with the friends who have come back home from college. I'm sure...

Satire: How to Handle Holiday Travel This Season (And Make Friends)

Satire: How to Handle Holiday Travel This Season (And Make Friends)

November 26, 2015

Traveling during the holidays can be challenging -- whether you're carrying a plethora of bags by yourself on your way to see your family or you're trying to juggle kids, boarding passes and backpacks,...

Businesses in Salt Lake Should Stay Open, if only for Reduced Hours, on Sundays

Businesses in Salt Lake Should Stay Open, if only for Reduced Hours, on Sundays

November 20, 2015

Sundays, for the average college student, are for laundry, test cramming, sleeping off the hangover, catching up on Netflix and, most importantly (in my humble opinion), brunching. Utah, but Salt Lake...

Head-to-Head: The Starbucks Controversy

Head-to-Head: The Starbucks “Controversy”

November 16, 2015

Starbucks Should Have Celebrated Festive Cheer with Decorated Cup by Elyse Jost If you haven’t heard, Starbucks is canceling Christmas this year. The coffee company recently released their annual red...